CLOSET CONFIDENTIAL GUEST POST: PRETTY PINK TULIPS

I'm thrilled that Elizabeth from Pretty Pink Tulips agreed to participate in our Closet Confidential series today.  Elizabeth is one of my first blog friends, having met visiting the set of The Nate Berkus show with a group of fellow bloggers over two years ago. We instantly hit it off over lunch and some retail therapy at Bergdorf's. Smart, stylish and great fun, Elizabeth always has something fascinating and chic to share with her reader's. Let's see what's behind Elizabeth's closet doors...

What are the 5 essential clothing items in your closet?

1 perfect white blouse, black skirt, classic high heel pumps, strappy high heeled sandals, 1 fabulous handbag

The one thing in my closet that I should get rid of but just can part with: black Balenciaga pants - they used to fit perfectly and I believe some day they will again!

Describe your perfect outfit: 

A halter style dress that hits above the knee and in a fun, bright color (hot pink perhaps!)

There’s always room in my closet for- 

shoes and handbags

My dream closet would include: a chandelier 

I never have enough-

Blouses, usually because I'd rather buy shoes or handbags (they always fit, if you know what I mean)

Designer closet envy would be- Aerin Lauder's closet 

Neat or messy?

Well, sometimes it's neat. And, then it gets messy. Then, the cycle repeats itself.

My latest addition to my closet is-

A fabulous Vanessa Beard tuxedo pant suit. It can be worn together or apart - love how I can rationalize things. My husband also thought it looked pretty great, which is always a bonus.

The last thing I got rid of was-

A stack of t-shirts that just looked too worn

Extra shelves or extra hangers?

Definitely, extra shelves (remember shoes and handbags?!)

You would be surprised I have/don’t have-

Only 1 pair of jeans...and I haven't worn them in ages

I have an extensive collection of-

Shoes and handbags (are you seeing a theme here?)

Your organizational motto is-

If you can't see it, you won't wear it

What do you like about your closet?

That I get to redo it in our next renovation phase

What would you change?

More shelves, drawers for jewelry, a great light fixture and kick the walls out a bit.

Best closet tip for organization-

I swear by Closette's acrylic shelf dividers. They make sweaters stack better and separate handbags.

Right now your closet is in a state of-

Slight disarray with the recent weather change.

Elizabeth, thanks so much for participating in Closet Confidential today--I just love your style!